Engagedasylum's Blog

The storms first bands hit Hilton Head at 12:30 this afternoon coming in from the northeast. The beach patrol did a fantastic job getting everyone out of the water and started beach evacuations. Conditions changed within minutes, and we were in gale force winds and torrential rain coming down sideways. This was the last shot I took of Irene as she rolled in.

I promised my little girl we would plant a "garden" in front of her playhouse. The problem is, deer frequently cut through that area of our yard and I don't want them thinking my daughter's garden is an all you can eat buffet.

I've had good luck with Lantana, but what are some other flowers, or flowering plants that are deer resistant? I'm not looking to go hog wild, just plant 2-3 species of flowers for her to enjoy.

That part of the yard receives morning sun, afternoon shade and is moderately moist soil (unless in a drought).

The company I work for is looking to donate some computers, and printers (they need to be repaired) to a non-profit organization for a tax write-off. We also have a big supply of unused inks and toners still in boxes.

Who can I call locally? An organization who provides a pick up service would be a bonus, as one of the Xerox printers is HUGE.

Hi everyone! I haven’t been on the blogs as much lately, because I am CHASING after a toddler! Many of you have been asking for updates on Maddie, my daughter who had open-heart surgery. Can you believe it’s her 1-year anniversary today?? 365 Days ago Maddie was 13 months old and a toddler trapped in an infant’s body. Maddie couldn’t sit up without being propped. She couldn’t crawl or eat baby food; she was fully dependent on her bottle. For those of you who haven’t met Maddie or heard her story, she was born full-term and a whopping 10 ½ pounds.

My 16 year old got a ticket for doing 32 miles over the posted speed limit. He's only had his license a few months and has already had a warning. (Both by the Bluffton PD). I am FURIOUS with him and literally ready to sell his car on EBay for the lowest price possible.

The ticket has a court date, but other than that I have no idea what he's gotten himself and MY insurance into! I've only had 1 traffic violation in my whole life, so I have NO idea what we're facing in terms of points, increased insurance premiums and other penalties.

I've been having the time of my life with my new Canon G10 my husband got me for Christmas. My newest hobby is photographing old ruins. I've taken awesome photographs of The Spring Island Ruins, The Sheldon Burnt Church Ruins, The Chapel of Ease and the Wilson Ruins on Palmetto Bluff.

I want to see more, more more!

Are there any other ruins in the area? I'd even be interested in the Charleston or Savannah Area.

It seems every other day there is another headline about a bank robbery, business robbery, home invasion, domestic disputes turned deadly, attacks on the streets, drive-by shootings, arson and random acts of violence. I've been thinking a lot about my own personal safety, and the safety of my family.

It makes me wonder what others are thinking too? Are you taking extra steps to ensure your safety?